Bryan Stevenson
What’s inside
Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson is a heart-wrenching yet inspiring tale of a young lawyer’s fight for justice in the U.S. legal system. The book focuses on one of his first cases, Walter McMillian, a black man sentenced to death for a crime he didn’t commit. It exposes shocking truths about inequality and injustice in the American criminal justice system.
You’ll Learn
- Insights into the American legal system
- Understanding of social and racial justice issues
- Inspiration from Bryan Stevenson’s dedication to justice
- Awareness of the importance of mercy and compassion
Key Points
- Injustice in the American legal system
- Racial disparity in criminal justice
- Power of mercy and compassion
- Corruption in law enforcement
- Struggle for justice and equality
- Personal experiences of Bryan Stevenson
- True story of Walter McMillian
Who’s it For
- Law students
- Human rights advocates
- Social justice activists
- Those interested in American legal system
About the author
Bryan Stevenson is a lawyer, social justice activist, and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative. He has devoted his legal career to helping those most desperate and in need, fighting for equal justice in the U.S. legal system.